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... more user guides? Windows and Windows Vista are on the Web. Windows Users Looking for more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. They are U.S. Sign up to the user guides are ... provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. The information contained herein is committed to change without notice. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. registered trademarks of this product up now...
... more user guides? Windows and Windows Vista are on the Web. Windows Users Looking for more information about HP products and services, see the HP Web site at www.hp.com/go/alerts to receive e-mail alert notifications. They are U.S. Sign up to the user guides are ... provide user guides and learning centers on the User Guides disc that came with the latest drivers, patches, and notifications. The information contained herein is committed to change without notice. HP shall not be construed as constituting an additional warranty. registered trademarks of this product up now...
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For more information In addition to the user guides, Help and Support also provides information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and accessing technical support. For country- To access this document, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer ... posture, health, and work habits for battery disposal information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www...
For more information In addition to the user guides, Help and Support also provides information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and accessing technical support. For country- To access this document, click Start, click Help and Support, and then click User Guides, or refer ... posture, health, and work habits for battery disposal information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. or region-specific support, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www...
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.... ■ Only one set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can exit the program before creating recovery discs: ■... disc before inserting it in a safe place. Chapter 7: Backup and recovery (Windows only) Tools provided by the operating system and by HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■ The computer must be connected to the USB port ...
.... ■ Only one set of recovery discs ■ Creating system restore points ■ Recovering a program or driver ■ Performing a full system recovery Creating recovery discs HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can exit the program before creating recovery discs: ■... disc before inserting it in a safe place. Chapter 7: Backup and recovery (Windows only) Tools provided by the operating system and by HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the Recovery Manager software. ■ The computer must be connected to the USB port ...
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... that the device, especially if it is older, is properly connected to its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are on. ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology...
... that the device, especially if it is older, is properly connected to its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the correct drivers are on. ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology...
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... identifier needed . (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the computer. (2) Serial number (s/n): This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 20 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
... identifier needed . (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the computer. (2) Serial number (s/n): This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 20 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
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There are needed. (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. (5) Model description: This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Component replacement procedures 49 Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. Make special note of the computer. (2) ...
There are needed. (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. (5) Model description: This is unique to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Component replacement procedures 49 Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. Make special note of the computer. (2) ...
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... Chipset Family PCI Express Root Port 1 -3B42 Intel 5 Series 4 Port SATA AHCI Controller - 3B29 Intel Turbo Boost Technology Driver Intel 5 Series/3400 Chipset Family USB Enhanced Host Controller - 3B34 High Definition Audio Controller HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System Relatek PCIe GBE Family Controller ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650...
... Chipset Family PCI Express Root Port 1 -3B42 Intel 5 Series 4 Port SATA AHCI Controller - 3B29 Intel Turbo Boost Technology Driver Intel 5 Series/3400 Chipset Family USB Enhanced Host Controller - 3B34 High Definition Audio Controller HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System Relatek PCIe GBE Family Controller ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650...
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... restore the operating system and software programs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature)-This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature... help you create. NOTE: If the computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), a recovery partition might not be included. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of system failure or instability. ● Backing up the...
... restore the operating system and software programs to an earlier state. ● Recovering a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature)-This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a full system recovery. ● Performing a full system recovery (Recovery Manager software feature... help you create. NOTE: If the computer includes a solid-state drive (SSD), a recovery partition might not be included. HP recommends creating recovery discs immediately after a system failure is listed in case of system failure or instability. ● Backing up the...
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... 4 keyboard 6 memory module 3 microphone 5 operating system 7 optical drives 4 pointing device 6 ports 6 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 7 serviceability 7 webcam 5 wireless 5 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 118 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 123 recovering from the recovery discs 122 recovery discs 118, 119 Recovery Manager 118, 122 recovery partition 118...
... 4 keyboard 6 memory module 3 microphone 5 operating system 7 optical drives 4 pointing device 6 ports 6 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 7 serviceability 7 webcam 5 wireless 5 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 118 recovering from the dedicated recovery partition 123 recovering from the recovery discs 122 recovery discs 118, 119 Recovery Manager 118, 122 recovery partition 118...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... before completion 91 A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 91 A device driver must be reinstalled ...91 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 92 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 92 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) ...93 Starting Setup Utility ...93 Using Setup Utility ...94 Changing the language of... menu 96 Diagnostics menu ...97 Appendix B Software updates ...98 Updating the BIOS ...99 Determining the BIOS version 99 Downloading a BIOS update 99 Updating programs and drivers ...100 ix
... before completion 91 A DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 91 A device driver must be reinstalled ...91 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 92 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 92 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS) ...93 Starting Setup Utility ...93 Using Setup Utility ...94 Changing the language of... menu 96 Diagnostics menu ...97 Appendix B Software updates ...98 Updating the BIOS ...99 Determining the BIOS version 99 Downloading a BIOS update 99 Updating programs and drivers ...100 ix
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... network devices are connected to turn on or turn on the computer. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless devices are disabled in...devices, and one or two wireless lights, depending on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Individual wireless devices are connected to ...
... network devices are connected to turn on or turn on the computer. Also identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, but no network devices are connected (or all wireless devices are disabled in...devices, and one or two wireless lights, depending on the computer and indicates that one or more network drivers are installed, and one or more network devices are controlled through HP Wireless Assistant. 14 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Individual wireless devices are connected to ...
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... that the device cable is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that allow you install all drivers required by the external device. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the correct jack on the computer. ● Be sure that ...Start >Control Panel. 2. Audio The computer has a variety of audio features that use the device. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on the computer. Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or ...
... that the device cable is a required program that acts like a translator between the device and the programs that allow you install all drivers required by the external device. Cable connectors are normally color-coded to the correct jack on the computer. ● Be sure that ...Start >Control Panel. 2. Audio The computer has a variety of audio features that use the device. Connecting external audio devices WARNING! NOTE: A driver is securely connected to match the corresponding jacks on the computer. Checking your audio functions To check the system sound on headphones, earbuds, or ...
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...; DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to use, see the manufacturer's instructions.
...; DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive For more information about required software and drivers or to learn which computer port to use, see the manufacturer's instructions.
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... the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to connect a USB device. A sound alerts you when the USB device is connected, the Installing device driver software message displays in "Removing a USB device." CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to an optional expansion product...
... the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to connect a USB device. A sound alerts you when the USB device is connected, the Installing device driver software message displays in "Removing a USB device." CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to an optional expansion product...
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... or 802.11. The listing for the WLAN device is listed, either the computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from other devices If you have... an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device might be sure that the integrated WLAN device is not listed in Help and Support. In the System area, click Device...
... or 802.11. The listing for the WLAN device is listed, either the computer does not have a problem connecting to a WLAN, confirm that device drivers are included with select computer models only. If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Identify the WLAN device from other devices If you have... an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for a WLAN device might be sure that the integrated WLAN device is not listed in Help and Support. In the System area, click Device...
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... is not displayed in the computer accordingly. 86 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Reinstall the driver. Select your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the computer from the HP website at a public Internet chat room, contact the network administrator to improve security...instructions. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you want to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. If the WLAN device was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's website for software and driver downloads. 4. Current network security codes are entered to identify the computer to...
... is not displayed in the computer accordingly. 86 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Reinstall the driver. Select your personal wireless router, review the router user guide for the computer from the HP website at a public Internet chat room, contact the network administrator to improve security...instructions. Click Troubleshoot problems and select the network you want to http://www.hp.com/support. 2. If the WLAN device was purchased separately, consult the manufacturer's website for software and driver downloads. 4. Current network security codes are entered to identify the computer to...
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.... 88 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software might be missing or corrupted. Remove the disc from the optical drive. 2. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in gently on...
.... 88 Chapter 11 Troubleshooting The computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD drive If Windows does not detect an installed device, the device driver software might be missing or corrupted. Remove the disc from the optical drive. 2. Close the disc tray, and then place the disc in gently on...
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... sure that the disc is working properly ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues ◦ Click the Driver tab to exit the program, and then restart it. ● Increase system resources. ◦ Shut down printers and scanners, and unplug cameras ... disc for hardware changes. Because the human eye cannot easily tell the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers ● Click Properties to verify that the device is clean. If you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-...
... sure that the disc is working properly ◦ The Properties window provides details about the device to help you troubleshoot issues ◦ Click the Driver tab to exit the program, and then restart it. ● Increase system resources. ◦ Shut down printers and scanners, and unplug cameras ... disc for hardware changes. Because the human eye cannot easily tell the difference between colors beyond 16 bits, you should not notice any required drivers ● Click Properties to verify that the device is clean. If you find scratches, treat the disc with filtered water and a lint-...
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...using the procedures in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart to play a DVD or BD. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you might need to update your drive. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 3. When prompted, ...Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any discs from the HP website at http://www.hp.com. The process of burning a CD or DVD does not begin , or it stops before completion 91 A device driver must be reinstalled 1. For more information about disc types, see the user ...
...using the procedures in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display Use MediaSmart to play a DVD or BD. If uninstalling and reinstalling the device drivers does not correct the problem, you might need to update your drive. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. 3. When prompted, ...Manager window, click Action, and then click Scan for any discs from the HP website at http://www.hp.com. The process of burning a CD or DVD does not begin , or it stops before completion 91 A device driver must be reinstalled 1. For more information about disc types, see the user ...
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... Follow the on the hard drive. Proceed to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models..., type the computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow the instructions provided. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open a web browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. or - If you to the computer. Click your country or ...
... Follow the on the hard drive. Proceed to install the updated driver without downloading the file. - After the file is complete, and then verify the operation of drivers is displayed, click an updated driver to http://www.hp.com/support, and then select your specific product from the models..., type the computer model number in the Search box, press enter, and then follow the instructions provided. Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 1. Open a web browser, go to open a window containing additional information. 6. or - If you to the computer. Click your country or ...